1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III 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 74 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda N III weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1991 Caterham Super 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | Super 7 | N III |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 41 L |
