1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 696 kg more than 1995 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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (160 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | Super 7 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
