1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1968 Lotus Europa

To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa 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 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lotus Europa weights approximately 100 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 (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Caterham Super 7 1968 Lotus Europa
Make Caterham Lotus
Model Super 7 Europa
Year Released 1991 1968
Body Type Roadster Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1599 cc 1470 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 510 kg 610 kg
Vehicle Length 3380 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 45 L


 

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