1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1997 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1997 Kia Sephia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Sephia weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1997 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2570 mm |
