1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
Model | 1750 | 21 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |