2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A1 weights approximately 600 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, 2012 Audi A1, 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, 2012 Audi A1 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Caterham | Audi |
| Model | 7 | A1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2469 mm |
