2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1952 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 1952 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GAZ |
| Model | Materia | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
