1998 Kia Sephia vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 1998 Kia Sephia and 1998 Opel Speedster were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Sephia weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Because 1998 Opel Speedster 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 1998 Opel Speedster. 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, 1998 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Sephia | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sephia | Speedster |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |