1970 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 403 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
