1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1974 Honda 1300
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 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 170 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 1300 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1992 Caterham Super 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1974 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | Super 7 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2200 mm |
