1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin A 60 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Austin | Caterham |
| Model | A 60 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 36 L |
