1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1951 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1951 Peugeot 203 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 GAZ M-20 (51 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1951 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1948 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1951 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1951 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1948 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1951 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | GAZ | Peugeot |
| Model | M-20 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
