2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1968 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 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 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1968 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | 7 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
