1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 976 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Caterham C21 (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Caterham | Renault |
| Model | C21 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
