1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 55 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 430 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | M-20 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
