1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Avella (72 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin A 60 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 60 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
