1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Berlina | Avella |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
