1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 52 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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 435 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | GAZ | Suzuki |
| Model | M-20 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
