1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1995 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
| Model | Super 7 | KB |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 76 L |
