2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham C21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Caterham | Fiat |
| Model | C21 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
