2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1991 Innocenti Koral
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti Koral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti Koral would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Innocenti Koral weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti Koral, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti Koral.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1991 Innocenti Koral | |
| Make | Caterham | Innocenti |
| Model | 7 | Koral |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2160 mm |
