1996 Kia Avella vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 16 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Ka weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Avella | Ka |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
