2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 13 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 700 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, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Caterham | Mini |
| Model | 21 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
