2000 Kia Avella vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 565 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Avella | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
