1958 Ford 17 vs. 1995 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1995 Kia Sephia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Because 1958 Ford 17 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 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1958 Ford 17 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford 17 | 1995 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | 17 | Sephia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |