2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1972 Audi 80
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi 80 weights approximately 472 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1972 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Caterham | Audi |
| Model | 7 | 80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
