1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1967 Simca 1100
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1100 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 81 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1100 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Because 1997 Caterham C21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1967 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Caterham | Simca |
| Model | C21 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
