2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1964 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 ZAZ Jalta weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1964 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Caterham | ZAZ |
| Model | 7 | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 886 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2030 mm |
