2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Seat 124 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Caterham | Seat |
| Model | 7 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
