1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Kia Avella | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 156 | Avella |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |