1990 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 227 kg more than 1990 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 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
