1996 Kia Avella vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 MG MGA.
Because 1959 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Kia | MG |
Model | Avella | MGA |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |