2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 1950 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 1950 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Punto | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
