2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1957 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1957 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Suzuki Light weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Suzuki Light. (35 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1957 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Caterham | Suzuki |
| Model | 7 | Light |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |
