1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1965 Trabant P 601 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, 1948 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1948 GAZ M-20 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | GAZ | Trabant |
Model | M-20 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |