1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1974 Renault 15
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 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 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 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 15 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Caterham | Renault |
| Model | Super 7 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
