1999 Kia Avella vs. 2008 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Musa (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 312 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, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2008 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Avella | Musa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
