2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2310 mm |
