1998 Kia Avella vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Avella | 818 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2320 mm |
