1974 Honda Z vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Avella weights approximately 405 kg more than 1974 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Z | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Z | Avella |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
