1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Because 1949 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 1949 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma, 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 GAZ M-20 | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | GAZ | Fiat |
| Model | M-20 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
