1996 Kia Avella vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Avella weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avella | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
