2001 Kia Sephia II vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 2001 Kia Sephia II is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1992 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Tata Estate weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Kia Sephia II.
Because 1992 Tata Estate 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 1992 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sephia II | 1992 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Sephia II | Estate |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
