1978 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Avella weights approximately 203 kg more than 1978 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fiesta | Avella |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2400 mm |