2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1965 Seat 600
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Caterham C21 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1965 Seat 600.
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, 2000 Caterham C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1965 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Caterham | Seat |
| Model | C21 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 767 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
