1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 215 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 1963 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II. 2000 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cortina | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| 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 | 840 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
