1996 Kia Avella vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 9 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 500 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Avella | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |
