1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 14 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 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 1020 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, 2005 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia K2700 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 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | Super 7 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
