1991 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Caterham 1700
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 6 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 930 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, 1991 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, 1991 Audi 100 (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1985 Caterham 1700 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | 100 | 1700 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2240 mm |
