1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 38 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 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 296 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
| Model | 75 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
