1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 603 (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1998 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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 603 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |
