1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1974 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 26 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 24 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | GAZ | Steyr |
| Model | M-20 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1510 mm |
