1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 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 41 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | Super 7 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
