1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 98 kg more than 1948 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make GAZ Subaru
Model M-20 Legacy
Year Released 1948 2010
Engine Size 2120 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 51 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1535 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2750 mm