2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Caterham | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
