1996 Kia Sephia vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1996 Kia Sephia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Sephia weights approximately 588 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Sephia | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sephia | Chante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
