2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1996 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 590 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, 1996 Fiat Tempra, 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 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1996 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | Caterham | Fiat |
Model | 7 | Tempra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 67.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |