1986 Caterham 1700 vs. 1947 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1986 Caterham 1700 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 5,302 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine.
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:
1986 Caterham 1700 | 1947 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
Model | 1700 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1986 | 1947 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1692 cc | 5302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3250 mm |