1995 Honda NSX vs. 1996 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1996 Kia Sephia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1996 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda NSX 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 1995 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 1996 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | NSX | Sephia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |