2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1971 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Zastava 2101 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 168 more horse power than 1971 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1971 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 420 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1971 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Caterham | Zastava |
| Model | 21 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
