1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1947 GAZ M20
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 GAZ M20 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1947 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Corvair | M20 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
