2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 1015 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
Model | 7 | Valiant |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |