2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1995 Ford Royale
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Because 2001 Caterham Beaulieu 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 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Royale, 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, 1995 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1995 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | Beaulieu | Royale |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
