1995 Kia Sephia vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Kia Sephia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Sephia weights approximately 84 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Sephia | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sephia | Carina |
Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 115 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 | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |