2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 855 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.
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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Caterham | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 7 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2634 mm |
