1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1995 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Caterham Super 7 weights approximately 44 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, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham Super 7 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 | 1995 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Caterham | Caterham |
| Model | Super 7 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 30 L |
