1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Avella weights approximately 448 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 595 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |
