2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Herald weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Caterham | Triumph |
| Model | 7 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2320 mm |
