2001 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Caterham 1700
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 16 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 937 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, 2001 Audi A6, 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, 2001 Audi A6 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1985 Caterham 1700 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | A6 | 1700 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
