1981 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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, 2007 Kia Rio (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100. 2007 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
