1995 Kia Sephia vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Kia Sephia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Sephia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Sephia | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sephia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
