1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Tatra T603 weights approximately 960 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, 1961 Tatra T603 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Tatra T603 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 | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Caterham | Tatra |
| Model | Super 7 | T603 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
