1999 Kia Avella vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 11 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Avella weights approximately 318 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Avella | Nano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2230 mm |
