1996 Kia Avella vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 261 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Avella | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
