1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1969 Skoda 1202 is newer by 21 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 7 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1969 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1948 GAZ M-20 | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | GAZ | Skoda |
Model | M-20 | 1202 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |