1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1993 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1993 Kia Sephia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Sephia weights approximately 246 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1993 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | GTA | Sephia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |