1993 Fiat 126 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 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 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 46 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Avella weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 126 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |
