2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata E would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata E weights approximately 930 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 1998 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1998 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1998 Tata E | |
Make | Caterham | Tata |
Model | 7 | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |