2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Caterham | Volvo |
| Model | C21 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
