1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 200 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 (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Caterham | Fiat |
| Model | C21 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
