1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda 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 36 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Avella weights approximately 108 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Avella |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2400 mm |
