1969 Audi Variant vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Rio (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Variant | Rio |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
