1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 226 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Caterham | Triumph |
Model | C21 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |