1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1996 Fiat Tempra is newer by 47 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, 1996 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra 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 430 kg more than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
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, 1996 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1949 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1949 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Tempra | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Fiat | GAZ |
Model | Tempra | M-20 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |