1986 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | 100 | i40 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
