1978 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Carens (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Carens weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Kia Carens (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
