2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1982 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 310 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1982 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Caterham | Zastava |
| Model | C21 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
