2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M 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 62 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 225 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, 2000 Caterham C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Caterham | Ford |
Model | C21 | 12 M |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |