1973 Ford Capri vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1973 Ford Capri is newer by 25 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Capri (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Capri 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 398 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri.
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, 1973 Ford Capri (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Capri | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Capri | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
