1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 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 21 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Caterham Super 7 | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Caterham | Nissan |
Model | Super 7 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |