2000 Kia Avella vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 120 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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Avella | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
