1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1979 Seat 124
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 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 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 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Caterham | Seat |
| Model | Super 7 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
