1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 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 46 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Seat 124 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Caterham | Seat |
| Model | Super 7 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |
