1958 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2001 Kia Sephia II is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 161 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 1958 AC Aceca 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 1958 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1958 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 2001 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Aceca | Sephia II |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |