1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1600
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 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1600 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 (84 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 465 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 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1971 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Caterham | Volkswagen |
| Model | Super 7 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
