1998 Kia Avella vs. 1999 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Dedra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 255 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, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1999 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Avella | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
