2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 56 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II 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 515 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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, 2007 Fiat Palio II, 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, 1951 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1951 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Palio II | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
| 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 | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
