1985 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2009 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
