1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 1 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, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 615 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Caterham Super 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | Caterham | Daihatsu |
| Model | Super 7 | Feroza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
