2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 147 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 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Barchetta | Avella |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| 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 | 129 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2400 mm |
