1997 Kia Avella vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avella | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
