2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1966 Ford Taunus
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 Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Taunus 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 77 more horse power than 1966 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Taunus weights approximately 195 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1966 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | C21 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
