2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,137 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
