2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1955 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1955 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 1955 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos, 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, 1955 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1955 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Daewoo | GAZ |
| Model | Kalos | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
