1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 1999 Kia Avella

To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 227 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella.

Let's talk about torque, 1950 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Ford Zephyr 1999 Kia Avella
Make Ford Kia
Model Zephyr Avella
Year Released 1950 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 1323 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1145 kg 918 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2400 mm


 

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