1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1971 Ford Capri
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Capri (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Capri weights approximately 552 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Ford Capri (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Capri 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 | 1971 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | Super 7 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 58 L |
