1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 950 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Avanti | Caterham |
Model | Avanti | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 180 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 | 1460 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 36 L |