People's Republic of China vs Soviet Union (USSR)

Comparison

People's Republic of China (1949 CE – present) and Soviet Union (USSR) (1922 CE – 1991 CE) lived in the same era.

People's Republic of ChinaSoviet Union (USSR)
Period1949 CE – present1922 CE – 1991 CE
Duration77 years69 years
RegionDoğu AsyaAvrasya
CapitalPekinMoskova
TypeRepublicFederation
GovernmentTek Parti Sosyalist CumhuriyetTek Parti Sosyalist Cumhuriyet
ReligionDevlet ateizmi, Budizm, TaoizmDevlet ateizmi
LanguageMandarin ÇincesiRusça
Peak population1,400,000,000293,000,000
Rulers128

People's Republic of China

The socialist state founded by Mao Zedong. In the 21st century, the world's second-largest economy. With its population of 1.4 billion, one of the most populous countries in the world.

Soviet Union (USSR)

The first socialist superpower in history. The rival of the United States during the Cold War. It initiated the space race.

Frequently asked questions

Did People's Republic of China and Soviet Union (USSR) exist in the same era?
Yes, the two civilizations both existed around 1949 CE.
Which lasted longer, People's Republic of China or Soviet Union (USSR)?
People's Republic of China lasted longer (77 years).
Which regions did People's Republic of China and Soviet Union (USSR) rule?
People's Republic of China: Doğu Asya; Soviet Union (USSR): Avrasya