2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 10 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 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu weights approximately 15 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Caterham | Caterham |
| Model | Beaulieu | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 36 L |
