1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 812 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Nissan Cedric (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
