2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Because 1951 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 1951 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio, 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Palio | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
