1999 Kia Avella vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Micra 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 23 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Avella weights approximately 252 kg more than 1990 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | Micra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
