2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Publica weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Caterham 7 (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |
