1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. Both 1992 Caterham Super 7 and 1997 Lancia Zeta are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 1110 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, 1997 Lancia Zeta, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | Super 7 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
