1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2000 Caterham C21
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Caterham C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 2000 Caterham C21 | |
Make | Austin | Caterham |
Model | A 55 | C21 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |