1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
| Model | Giulia | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
