1970 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 35 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 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 108 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 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, 1970 Audi 100 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
