1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1998 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 155 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
