2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 898 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | 21 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
