1999 Kia Avella vs. 1972 Tatra T603
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Tatra T603 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1999 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, 1972 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1972 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Kia | Tatra |
| Model | Avella | T603 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
