2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 168 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 1968 Peugeot 504 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 1968 Peugeot 504. 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (179 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (145 Nm). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 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 | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sephia II | 504 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 81 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
