1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 376 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Caterham | TVR |
| Model | C21 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
