1998 Kia Avella vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avella | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
