1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 51 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 124 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
