1960 Austin 7 vs. 1995 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin 7 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (156 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1995 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1995 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Austin | Caterham |
| Model | 7 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 30 L |
