1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1998 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1998 Kia Sephia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 54 kg more than 1998 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvair 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 Chevrolet Corvair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1998 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvair | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
