2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
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, 2000 Caterham C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Caterham | GAZ |
| Model | C21 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
