1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, both 1997 Caterham C21 and 1997 Rover 200 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Because 1997 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 1997 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200, 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, 1997 Caterham C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
Make | Caterham | Rover |
Model | C21 | 200 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |