1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 690 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Caterham | Fiat |
| Model | Super 7 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
