1954 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1998 Kia Sephia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Sephia (79 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Sephia weights approximately 35 kg more than 1954 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Consul 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 1954 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Sephia, 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, 1998 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 1998 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Consul | Sephia |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |