2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Caterham | Holden |
Model | C21 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |