2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 880 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
