1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1987 Citroen CX
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 886 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, 1987 Citroen CX, 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, 1987 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX 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 | 1987 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | Super 7 | CX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3100 mm |
