2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 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 156 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 595 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, 2012 Fiat 500, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Caterham | Fiat |
Model | 7 | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |