1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 319 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 1972 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II, 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Plymouth | Kia |
Model | Valiant | Sephia II |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |