1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 210 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2013 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | GAZ | Toyota |
Model | M-20 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |