1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 62 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda 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 495 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | GAZ | Fiat |
| Model | M-20 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
