2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 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 163 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 685 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, 2001 Ford Fiesta, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
