1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 15 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Simca | Kia |
| Model | 1301 | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
