2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster 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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 1973 Holden UTE has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Holden UTE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | 7 | UTE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
