1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana 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 22 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 345 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | Super 7 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
