1978 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2003 Kia Shuma is newer by 25 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2003 Kia Shuma.
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, 2003 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2003 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
