1975 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 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 176 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 80 weights approximately 372 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, 1975 Audi 80, 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | 80 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
