1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 27 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, 1975 Seat 124 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 124 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 506 kg more than 1975 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | GAZ | Seat |
| Model | M-20 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
