1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 776 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
Model | Spider | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |