2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 260 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Caterham | Innocenti |
Model | 7 | 950 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2130 mm |