1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
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 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 @ 7750 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 330 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Caterham | Volkswagen |
Model | Super 7 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |