1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1996 Kia Sephia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Sephia weights approximately 600 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1996 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | 500 | Sephia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |