1998 Caterham C21 vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 1002 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Caterham C21 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Caterham | Infiniti |
Model | C21 | IPL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |