2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 675 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | Beaulieu | Mark II |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |