2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 870 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, 1993 Lancia Thema, 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | 21 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
