1985 Audi 200 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 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 20 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 940 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, 1985 Audi 200, 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 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | 200 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
