1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1973 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 MG MGB weights approximately 454 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, 1973 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1973 MG MGB | |
| Make | Caterham | MG |
| Model | Super 7 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2320 mm |
