1982 Audi Coupe 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 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 103 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.
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, 1982 Audi Coupe (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Coupe | Rio |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
