1997 Kia Sephia vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1997 Kia Sephia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Sephia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Sephia | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sephia | 323 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
