1975 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 958 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 80 | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | 80 | Retona |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |