2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Caterham C21 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Caterham | Steyr |
| Model | C21 | 650T |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1850 mm |
