2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 5 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 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 55 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC Smart weights approximately 80 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Caterham | MCC |
| Model | C21 | Smart |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
