1957 Austin A135 vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1997 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | A135 | Avella |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2400 mm |