1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1999 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1999 Kia Sephia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sephia (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sephia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Appia 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Sephia (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 1999 Kia Sephia has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Sephia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 1999 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Lancia | Kia |
Model | Appia | Sephia |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |