1995 Kia Sephia vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 17 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. Both 1995 Kia Sephia and 2012 Honda Jazz are equipped with a 1,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia.
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, 2012 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Sephia | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sephia | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
