1998 Kia Avella vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 2000 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 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, 1970 Rover 2000 (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Avella | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
