2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 840 kg more than 2000 Caterham 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Model F |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2240 mm |