1985 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 26 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i20.
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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 100 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 163 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 | 1260 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2525 mm |
