1976 Holden Torana vs. 1997 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1997 Kia Sephia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Sephia weights approximately 225 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Holden Torana 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 1976 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1997 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Torana | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
