1998 Kia Sephia vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1998 Kia Sephia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Sephia weights approximately 468 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Sephia | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Sephia | Europa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
