1994 Kia Sephia vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1994 Kia Sephia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1994 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Kia Sephia weights approximately 66 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 124 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Kia Sephia | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Sephia | 124 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
