1996 Kia Avella vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 90 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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Kia | Citroen |
| Model | Avella | C3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
