1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 86 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 460 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:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
| Model | 1900 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
