1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 574 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Austin | Caterham |
Model | A 55 | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |