1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina 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) has 197 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 460 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | Super 7 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
