1996 Kia Sephia vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1996 Kia Sephia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1100 (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Sephia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100.
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, 1979 Simca 1100 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Sephia | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Kia | Simca |
| Model | Sephia | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
