1989 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 764 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 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 2003 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 2003 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | 100 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
