2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude 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 110 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | 7 | Prelude |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2330 mm |