1997 Kia Avella vs. 1989 Tatra T613
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Tatra T613 weights approximately 775 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, 1989 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1989 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Kia | Tatra |
| Model | Avella | T613 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2990 mm |
