2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1964 Checker Town
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (212 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town.
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. 1964 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Checker Town will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1964 Checker Town | |
| Make | Caterham | Checker |
| Model | 7 | Town |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3060 mm |
