1968 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 365 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | 100 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |