1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1994 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1994 Kia Sephia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Kia Sephia (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Because 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 1966 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1994 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Zephyr | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 1146 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
