2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 790 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Caterham 7 (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
