1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
| Model | 145 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
