2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley 2.6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 2.6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 578 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 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 1957 Riley 2.6. 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, 1957 Riley 2.6 (194 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (145 Nm). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Kia | Riley |
| Model | Sephia II | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
