1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1995 Caterham 21
To start off, 1995 Caterham 21 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham 21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bizzarrini GT weights approximately 32 kg more than 1995 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, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1995 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Caterham |
| Model | GT | 21 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2260 mm |
