1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 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 140 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 565 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Caterham | Fiat |
Model | Super 7 | 131 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |