2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
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, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Caterham Superlight R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Caterham Superlight R | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Caterham | Ford |
Model | Superlight R | 17 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |