1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1959 Nissan 211 is newer by 11 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1948 GAZ M-20 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | GAZ | Nissan |
Model | M-20 | 211 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |