1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 32 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 530 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1949 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
| Model | Alfasud | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
