1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 470 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ginetta | Kia |
| Model | G4 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2400 mm |
