1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1993 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1993 Kia Sephia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Sephia (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 214 kg more than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1993 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Alfetta | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
