1982 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Caterham 1700
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Caterham 1700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 100 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Because 1985 Caterham 1700 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 1985 Caterham 1700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 100, 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, 1985 Caterham 1700 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Caterham 1700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi 100 | 1985 Caterham 1700 | |
Make | Audi | Caterham |
Model | 100 | 1700 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2240 mm |