1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 661 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Elba | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Innocenti | Kia |
| Model | Elba | Carens |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
