2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 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 37 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley 4 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Because 1958 Riley 4 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 1958 Riley 4. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sephia II | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Kia | Riley |
Model | Sephia II | 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |