1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2000 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 986 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 2000 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | C21 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
