1998 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Punto weights approximately 42 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Punto | 1999 Kia Avella | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Punto | Avella |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |