2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 60 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 560 kg more than 1948 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Ducato | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2710 mm |
