1982 Audi 80 vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 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 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | 80 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
