2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2003 Caterham 7 and 2003 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 102 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 370 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, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Caterham | Fiat |
Model | 7 | Punto |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |