1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Caterham Super 7 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Abarth | Caterham |
Model | 500 | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 36 L |