1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1972 Morgan 4 is newer by 24 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, 1972 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morgan 4 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 800 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4.
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, 1972 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Morgan 4 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 | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | GAZ | Morgan |
| Model | M-20 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
