1998 Caterham C21 vs. 1980 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1980 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21.
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, 1980 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21. 1980 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1998 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 1998 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 1980 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
| Model | C21 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
