1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 546 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | C21 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
