2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | 21 | GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
