1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 56 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, 2004 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper 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 335 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper.
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, 2004 Mini Cooper, 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, 2004 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Mini Cooper 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 | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | GAZ | Mini |
| Model | M-20 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
