1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 28 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, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia 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 660 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | M-20 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
