1980 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. 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, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 80 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
