2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta 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 130 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | 21 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
