1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 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 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Caterham | Peugeot |
| Model | Super 7 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 49 L |
