2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1970 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Caterham | Lamborghini |
| Model | 7 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 53.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
