1995 Kia Sephia vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Sephia | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sephia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 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 | 1080 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
