2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 850 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, 1999 Rover 75, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Caterham | Rover |
| Model | 21 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
