2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1995 Tata E
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Tata E would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Tata E weights approximately 900 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1995 Tata E | |
| Make | Caterham | Tata |
| Model | 7 | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
