2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2000 Caterham 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, both vehicles can yield 125 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Caterham | GAZ |
| Model | 7 | M20 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
