2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 805 kg more than 2003 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | 7 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
