1982 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 100 weights approximately 46 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 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 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 1982 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 100 | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
