2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett 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 153 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Kadett weights approximately 282 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 (224 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | 7 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
