2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2003 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 728 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 845 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2003 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Caterham | Lotec |
| Model | C21 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1150 mm |
