1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 911 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Caterham | Dodge |
| Model | Super 7 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
