2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Caterham | Rover |
| Model | 7 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1410 mm |
