1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Festiva weights approximately 256 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, 1992 Ford Festiva, 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, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | Super 7 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2300 mm |
