If you are not familiar with these two items, these are NIMs or Network Interface Modules. They make sure that the computers that you are working properly. The PCI20 is known to be the first NIM that allows the use of the expansion slot and the interface card.
This was first released in the year 1993. PCI21 is a bit different. Aside from the fact that it is newer because it was released in the year 1995, it also allows the clock function to work better. The differences between the two can be very important in helping you choose the one that you need more.