1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 531 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Audi Super 90 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 1968 Audi Super 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, 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, 2005 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi Super 90 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Super 90 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
