1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 670 kg more than 1997 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 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Falcon | Avella |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |