1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 842 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
