2005 Ford Puma vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 2005 Ford Puma is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Puma (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Ford Puma.
Because 1958 GAZ M20 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 1958 GAZ M20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Puma (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Puma | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Puma | M20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
