1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 906 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Caterham | GAZ |
| Model | Super 7 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
