1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 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 69 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca 1300 weights approximately 480 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Caterham | Simca |
| Model | Super 7 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
