1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 12 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | GAZ | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | M-20 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
