2000 Kia Avella vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Avella | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Avella | 1600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |