1982 Austin Marina vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Avella weights approximately 33 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Marina | Avella |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
