1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1973 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1973 Holden Belmont 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont 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 120 kg more than 1973 Holden Belmont.
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 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont 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 Holden Belmont | |
Make | GAZ | Holden |
Model | M-20 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |