1981 Audi 80 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Audi | Caterham |
Model | 80 | 7 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1137 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 10750 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |