1996 Kia Avella vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 295 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Avella | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2350 mm |
