1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volvo P 1900 weights approximately 350 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 (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Caterham | Volvo |
Model | Super 7 | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |