Light a Candle

Car-Catalogue » Caterham » Caterham C 21

Caterham C 21

General information

ModelCaterham C 21
Year2000
Rating55 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power117.00 PS (86 kW or 115 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque145.00 Nm (14.8 kgf-m or 107.0 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 79.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1800 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3550 litres (938 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (393.7 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight650 kg (1,433.0 pounds)
Overall length3810 mm (150.0 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1060 mm (41.7 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2260 mm (89.0 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
Light a Candle