2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 750 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, both vehicles can yield 176 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Caterham | Lamborghini |
| Model | 7 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 53 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 205 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
