1983 Fiat Uno 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 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno 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 1 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Avella weights approximately 109 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Uno | Avella |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
