1967 Fiat 125 vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1967 Fiat 125 is newer by 18 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 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 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 450 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125.
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, 1967 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 125 | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Fiat | GAZ |
Model | 125 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |