2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2011 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2011 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Delta weights approximately 890 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, 2011 Lancia Delta, 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, 2011 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2011 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | 21 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
