1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1979 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1979 Zastava 2101 is newer by 31 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, 1979 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Zastava 2101 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 500 kg more than 1979 Zastava 2101.
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, 1948 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 2101. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1979 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | GAZ | Zastava |
| Model | M-20 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
