1996 Kia Avella vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avella | 200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
