1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 10 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Avella weights approximately 51 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Kia Avella | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfasud | Avella |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |