1964 Bristol 408 vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Bristol 408 (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 667 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 408 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |
