1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 226 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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 Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Quattro | Rio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
