1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2002 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2002 Kia Sephia II is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2002 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2002 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Imperial | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2570 mm |
