1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2003 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 12 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 1060 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina 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 | 2003 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | Super 7 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2800 mm |
