2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | Caterham | Caterham |
| Model | C21 | C21 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
