1991 Rover 100 vs. 2005 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2005 Kia Sephia II is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 185 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2005 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
