1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Celica (85 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Celica weights approximately 460 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, 1974 Toyota Celica (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | Super 7 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |
