2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 505 (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 215 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 1984 Peugeot 505 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 1984 Peugeot 505. 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, 1984 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 505 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 | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sephia II | 505 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
