1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 702 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2640 mm |
