1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1995 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 2 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, 1995 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Sephia weights approximately 265 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Move. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1995 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Move | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
