1996 Kia Avella vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Colt 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 6 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Avella | Colt |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2400 mm |
