1993 Kia Sephia vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1993 Kia Sephia. 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Sephia | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sephia | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
