1999 Kia Sephia vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1999 Kia Sephia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sephia (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sephia weights approximately 245 kg more than 1955 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Sephia (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sephia | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Kia | Trabant |
| Model | Sephia | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
