1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 25 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 380 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 | 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
| Make | GAZ | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | M-20 | Alfetta |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1080 kg |
