1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 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 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 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 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 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 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Caterham | Volvo |
Model | Super 7 | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 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 |