1996 Kia Avella vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 911 weights approximately 265 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Avella | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2280 mm |