1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 15 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan 44 weights approximately 370 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, 2006 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 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 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Caterham | Morgan |
Model | Super 7 | 44 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |