2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 840 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, 2010 Toyota Prius, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
