1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (145 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 1400 | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
