1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 53 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa 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 525 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Because 1948 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | GAZ | Opel |
| Model | M-20 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
