2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Because 1955 Peugeot 403 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 1955 Peugeot 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II, 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (145 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sephia II | 403 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
