1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Avella weights approximately 88 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Valiant | Avella |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
