2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1972 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 1500 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 191 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 495 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1972 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Caterham | Triumph |
| Model | 7 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
