1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1965 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1965 Simca Ariane is newer by 17 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, 1965 Simca Ariane (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Simca Ariane 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 360 kg more than 1965 Simca Ariane.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca Ariane. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1965 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | GAZ | Simca |
| Model | M-20 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1290 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
