1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1968 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 20 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, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Cosmo 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 520 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
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, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Cosmo 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 | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | M-20 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
