1996 Kia Avella vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Avella | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2290 mm |
