1999 Kia Avella vs. 1983 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 62 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1983 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Avella | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
