1999 Kia Avella vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Monza weights approximately 402 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, 1986 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Avella | Monza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
