2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1966 Tatra T603
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1966 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1966 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Tatra T603 weights approximately 930 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1966 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Caterham | Tatra |
| Model | 21 | T603 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
