2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 60 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma 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 520 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma, 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20. 2009 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1949 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1949 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Croma | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
