1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 794 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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2004 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | Super 7 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
