1986 Audi 200 vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 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, 1986 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | 200 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1137 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 10750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |
