2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Toyota Publica weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2140 mm |
