1976 Fiat 126 vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 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 49 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Avella weights approximately 335 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 126 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |
