2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1967 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morgan 4 weights approximately 10 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 1967 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Caterham | Morgan |
Model | C21 | 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |