1999 Kia Avella vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Appia weights approximately 32 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Avella | Appia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
