1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 8 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 723 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 570 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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 847 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 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 | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Caterham | Lotec |
| Model | Super 7 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
