2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Caterham | Vauxhall |
Model | 7 | Cresta |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |