1997 Kia Avella vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 75 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Avella | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
