1991 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Caterham 7
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 832 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
Because 1996 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 1996 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80, 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 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1996 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | 80 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |
