1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 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, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Avella |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
