1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1949 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Peugeot 202 weights approximately 131 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1949 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Caterham | Peugeot |
| Model | C21 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
