1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1951 Citroen 15
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 772 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1995 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 1995 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 15, 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, 1951 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm). This means 1951 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1951 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | Super 7 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3100 mm |
