1971 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 822 kg more than 1971 Audi 100.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2002 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
