1997 Kia Avella vs. 1976 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 335 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, 1976 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1976 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Kia | Reliant |
| Model | Avella | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |
