1998 Caterham C21 vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, both 1998 Caterham C21 and 1998 Tata Indica were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Indica weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21.
Because 1998 Caterham C21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Caterham C21 (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 1998 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Caterham | Tata |
| Model | C21 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
