1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 890 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
| Model | 6C | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 36 L |
