1993 Kia Sephia vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1993 Kia Sephia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Sephia (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 114 kg more than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Because 1969 Mazda Luce 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 1969 Mazda Luce. 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, 1993 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Sephia | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sephia | Luce |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
