2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Caterham 7 (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2400 mm |
