1972 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 267 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Avella |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
