2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Caterham | Triumph |
| Model | 7 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
