1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 26 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 380 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
Model | Alfetta | M-20 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |