1971 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 23 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 670 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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 GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
| Model | GTA | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
