1997 Kia Avella vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Avella weights approximately 130 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Avella | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
