1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | Alpine | Caterham |
| Model | V6 | C21 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |
