1977 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
