2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1968 Fiat 125
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 125 weights approximately 310 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 1968 Fiat 125 | |
Make | Caterham | Fiat |
Model | C21 | 125 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |