1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 2008 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2008 Hyundai H100 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Caterham 1700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Caterham 1700 would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 947 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Hyundai H100 (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai H100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 2008 Hyundai H100 | |
| Make | Caterham | Hyundai |
| Model | 1700 | H100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
