1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 590 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, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | Coupe | 7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1137 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 10750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
