1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1999 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 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 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 139 more horse power than 1999 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Morgan 4 weights approximately 340 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1999 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Caterham | Morgan |
Model | Super 7 | 4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |