1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 616 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Caterham C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | C21 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
