1996 Kia Avella vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Tigra (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Tigra weights approximately 140 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Avella | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
