1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 320 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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
| Model | Super 7 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2350 mm |
