1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 435 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Caterham |
Model | 100 | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |