1998 Kia Avella vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 5 weights approximately 135 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, 1981 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Avella | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
