2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto 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 Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 185 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, 1997 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Grande Punto | 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |