1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa 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 52 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 305 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | Super 7 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
