1998 Kia Avella vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Kia | Fiat |
Model | Avella | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |