1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
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 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 35 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 470 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 (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | Super 7 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
