1969 Audi Variant vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 43 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, 2012 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto.
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, 1969 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Variant | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
