1996 Kia Avella vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 10 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, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
