2002 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Spider | Avella |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
