1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 65 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage 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 28 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Because 1946 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 1946 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage, 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1946 GAZ M-20 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | GAZ | Kia |
Model | M-20 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |