1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1997 Tata E
To start off, 1997 Tata E 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. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata E weights approximately 830 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1997 Tata E | |
| Make | Caterham | Tata |
| Model | Super 7 | E |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
