1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 700 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Alpine | Caterham |
Model | V6 | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2240 mm |