1959 BMW 600 vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Avella weights approximately 365 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2400 mm |
