2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2835 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 1983 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2003 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2003 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Caterham | ZIL |
| Model | 7 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3340 mm |
