1996 Kia Avella vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Avella | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
