2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 868 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, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 1998 Kia Avella | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Punto | Avella |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |