1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 438 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos 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 | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | Super 7 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 60 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| 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 | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
