1996 Kia Avella vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (95 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 395 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.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Peugeot 505 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Avella | 505 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
