1993 Holden Barina 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 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina 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 5 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Avella weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Barina | 1998 Kia Avella | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Barina | Avella |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |