1996 Kia Avella vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 Triumph Herald. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Avella | Herald |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2320 mm |
