1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700.
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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700. 1973 Holden UTE has automatic transmission and 1985 Caterham 1700 has manual transmission. 1985 Caterham 1700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Holden UTE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | 1700 | UTE |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
