1996 Kia Avella vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante 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 57 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 455 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Avella | Chante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
