2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden FB Special weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Caterham | Holden |
Model | C21 | FB Special |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |