2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1973 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 676 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 1973 Chrysler Centura 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. 1973 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1973 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
| Model | 7 | Centura |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
