1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Avella weights approximately 380 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 750 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
