1967 Audi Variant vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 530 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1992 Caterham Super 7 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 1992 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | Variant | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
