2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1979 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1310 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 1979 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
Model | 7 | Newport |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3020 mm |