1986 Audi Coupe vs. 1985 Caterham 1700
To start off, 1986 Audi Coupe is newer by 1 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Audi Coupe. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi Coupe weights approximately 437 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Because 1985 Caterham 1700 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 1985 Caterham 1700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1985 Caterham 1700 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Caterham 1700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi Coupe | 1985 Caterham 1700 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | Coupe | 1700 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2240 mm |
