1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 409 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, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
Model | Super 7 | Bellett |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1816 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |