1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | Super 7 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
