1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1040 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Avanti Avanti | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
Make | Avanti | Caterham |
Model | Avanti | 21 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |