1983 BMW 316 vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 316 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 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, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 316 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
