1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1965 Ford Zodiac is newer by 17 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac 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 1965 Ford Zodiac.
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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Zodiac | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
