2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 645 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 21 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
