1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden 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 59 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Moretti Golden weights approximately 236 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, 1997 Caterham C21 (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
| Make | Caterham | Moretti |
| Model | C21 | Golden |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
