2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 141 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 425 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Caterham | Mazda |
Model | 21 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |