1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 60 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 371 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | GAZ | Volkswagen |
| Model | M-20 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1390 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 | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
