1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1996 Caterham 7
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 412 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
Because 1996 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Caterham 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1996 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
Model | Sprint | 7 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |