1990 BMW 316 vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1999 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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 316 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 918 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 |
