2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol 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) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol weights approximately 618 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, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, 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 (176 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2380 mm |
