1978 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 27 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 20 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 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 |
