1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1970 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Moretti S Coupe weights approximately 154 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 (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1970 Moretti S Coupe | |
| Make | Caterham | Moretti |
| Model | Super 7 | S Coupe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
