1998 Kia Avella vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 60 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Avella | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
