2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1977 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 985 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1977 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Caterham | Dodge |
| Model | 7 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2870 mm |
