1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1990 Ginetta G33
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Caterham 1700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Caterham 1700 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ginetta G33 weights approximately 331 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1990 Ginetta G33 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ginetta |
| Model | 1700 | G33 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2230 mm |
