1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 850 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Audi | Caterham |
Model | Quattro | 7 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1137 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 10750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |