1993 Kia Sephia vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1993 Kia Sephia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Sephia weights approximately 96 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Sephia | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sephia | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
