2001 Audi TT vs. 2000 Caterham C21
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT, 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 TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2000 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | TT | C21 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2260 mm |
