1997 Kia Avella vs. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 2,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 287 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, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Kia | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Avella | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
