1996 Kia Avella vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Aston Martin DB6 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 1968 Aston Martin DB6. 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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Kia | Aston Martin |
| Model | Avella | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 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 | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
