2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 12 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 441 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Bravo | Avella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
