1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1946 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1946 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 GAZ M-20 | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | GAZ | Mitsubishi |
Model | M-20 | Galant |
Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |