1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 115 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza 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 Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza | |
| Make | GAZ | Subaru |
| Model | M-20 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2645 mm |
