1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1952 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Caterham | GAZ |
| Model | Super 7 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
