1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 9 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 151 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Caterham Super 7 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | |
| Make | Caterham | Caterham |
| Model | Super 7 | Beaulieu |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
