1996 Kia Avella vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 260 weights approximately 435 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, 1975 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Avella | 260 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
