2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1968 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 290 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | C21 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
