1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph GT6 would be higher. Both 1997 Caterham C21 and 1973 Triumph GT6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 230 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 (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Caterham | Triumph |
| Model | C21 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2120 mm |
