2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1955 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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 600 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
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 Fiat Panda, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1955 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Panda | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
