1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 16 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Caterham | Fiat |
| Model | Super 7 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 58 L |
