1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 145 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Avella |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |