2000 Kia Avella vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 33 kg more than 2000 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avella | Citi |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
