2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1974 Checker Aerobus

To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1965 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Caterham 7 1974 Checker Aerobus
Make Caterham Checker
Model 7 Aerobus
Year Released 2000 1974
Engine Size 1137 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 170 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 10750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 463 Nm
Torque RPM 8250 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 440 kg 2405 kg
Vehicle Length 3110 mm 6690 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1010 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 4760 mm


 

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