1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Avella weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Caterham 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | 7 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2400 mm |
