1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1996 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat 131 weights approximately 515 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, 1996 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat 131 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 | 1996 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Caterham | Fiat |
Model | Super 7 | 131 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |