1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,261 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FB Special weights approximately 590 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, 1960 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special 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 | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | Super 7 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
