1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Avella weights approximately 361 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | Super 7 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
