1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1977 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 560 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1977 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
| Model | Super 7 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
