1996 Kia Avella vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 232 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (225 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Avella | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2270 mm |
