2000 Ford Puma vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 1949 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Puma | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
