1998 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Caterham C21
To start off, both 1998 Audi A4 and 1998 Caterham C21 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Caterham C21 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 1998 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4, 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, 1998 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A4 | 1998 Caterham C21 | |
Make | Audi | Caterham |
Model | A4 | C21 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |