2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 72 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 132 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Avella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| 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 | 72 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
