1997 Kia Avella vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 55 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Avella | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
