1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1991 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 1991 Caterham Super 7 and 1991 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 82 more horse power than 1991 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1991 Caterham Super 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1991 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Caterham | Suzuki |
Model | Super 7 | Alto |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2180 mm |