2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 330 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Avella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2400 mm |
