1996 Kia Avella vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 15 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Twingo 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, 2011 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 440 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Avella | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
