1963 Fiat Berline vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1963 Fiat Berline is newer by 15 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 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Berline 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 190 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Fiat Berline (189 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat Berline | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Fiat | GAZ |
Model | Berline | M-20 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |