1998 Caterham C21 vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1998 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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Caterham | Peugeot |
| Model | C21 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
