1979 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
