2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 555 kg more than 1996 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 Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Spider | Avella |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |