2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Caterham | Triumph |
| Model | C21 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
