1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 2008 Kia Rio

To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 40 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Audi Super 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 305 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, 2008 Kia Rio, 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, 1968 Audi Super 90 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Audi Super 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Audi Super 90 2008 Kia Rio
Make Audi Kia
Model Super 90 Rio
Year Released 1968 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 45 L