2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 585 kg more than 1997 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 8C Competizione | Avella |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |