1996 Kia Avella vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 695 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avella | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2960 mm |
