1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 270 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, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Caterham | Morgan |
Model | C21 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |