1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 218 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, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | GT 40 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2400 mm |
