1971 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1997 Kia Sephia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Sephia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1971 Audi 100.
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, 1971 Audi 100 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1997 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
