1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 64 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo 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 455 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo.
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, 2012 Tata Indigo, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1948 GAZ M-20 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | GAZ | Tata |
Model | M-20 | Indigo |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |