1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 65 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 40 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 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | GAZ | Subaru |
| Model | M-20 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2615 mm |
