1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1963 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 15 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, 1963 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Spitfire 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 755 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | GAZ | Triumph |
| Model | M-20 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
