1995 Caterham 21 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Caterham 21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 729 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham 21 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Caterham | Scion |
| Model | 21 | tC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
