2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 109 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
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, 2003 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
| Model | 7 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |
