1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Morgan 4 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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Caterham | Morgan |
Model | C21 | 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |