1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Avella weights approximately 320 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 108 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2400 mm |
