1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
| Model | Disco Volante | 7 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2230 mm |
