1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 567 kg more than 2000 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (176 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
| Model | 2000 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1137 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 10750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 58 mm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
