1986 Fiat Regata vs. 1995 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1995 Kia Sephia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Sephia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 Fiat Regata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Regata | 1995 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Regata | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
