1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 930 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Caterham | Lancia |
Model | Super 7 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 42 L |