1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 312 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Caterham | Fiat |
Model | C21 | 124 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |