2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Caterham 7 (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Caterham | Triumph |
| Model | 7 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2110 mm |
