1998 Kia Avella vs. 1979 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 405 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, 1979 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1979 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Avella | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
