1983 Audi 80 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 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 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | 80 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
