1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,929 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EH weights approximately 645 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH. 1964 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1992 Caterham Super 7 has manual transmission. 1992 Caterham Super 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | Super 7 | EH |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
