1998 Kia Sephia vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1998 Kia Sephia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Sephia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912.
Because 1965 Porsche 912 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 1965 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1965 Porsche 912 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Sephia | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sephia | 912 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2220 mm |
