2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 56 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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 525 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1950 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1950 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Panda | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 1297 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 | 197 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
