1996 Caterham 7 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Caterham 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 975 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
