2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1969 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1969 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 426 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1969 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | 21 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
