1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 120 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Caterham |
| Model | 1300 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2240 mm |
