2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1993 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto 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 141 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Concerto weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1993 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | 7 | Concerto |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |