1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 145 | Avella |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |