1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 39 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 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 300 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
| Model | 75 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
