1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1000 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. 1973 Avanti Avanti 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. 1973 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Avanti Avanti | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Avanti | Caterham |
Model | Avanti | 7 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |