1959 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1993 Kia Sephia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Sephia (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Sephia weights approximately 219 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Escort 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 1959 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 1993 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Sephia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2570 mm |