1999 Kia Avella vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Avella weights approximately 138 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Avella | 356 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2110 mm |
