2000 Kia Avella vs. 1995 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 144 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, 2000 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 1995 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Avella | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
