1996 Kia Sephia vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1996 Kia Sephia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1996 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Sephia | 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sephia | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
