2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 430 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 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Caterham | Volkswagen |
| Model | C21 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
