1996 Kia Avella vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Avella | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
