2000 Kia Avella vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 275 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Avella | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Avella | 146 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
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 | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |