2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 5 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
Because 2000 Caterham C21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | C21 | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |