1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1974 DAF 66
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 DAF 66 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 DAF 66 weights approximately 318 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1974 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Caterham | DAF |
| Model | Super 7 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 42 L |
