1997 Kia Sephia vs. 1975 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1997 Kia Sephia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Sephia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 1975 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Sephia | 1975 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sephia | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
