2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1956 Fiat 1900
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1956 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Caterham | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
