2000 Kia Avella vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Thema weights approximately 395 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, 1989 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Avella | Thema |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
