1999 Kia Avella vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 180 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Avella | Beta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
