2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 515 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
Model | C21 | 117 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2236 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |