2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 743 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 854 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Caterham | Lotec |
Model | Beaulieu | C 1000 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1150 mm |