2004 Kia Sephia II vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Kia Sephia II is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 95 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sephia II | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Kia | Wartburg |
Model | Sephia II | 312 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |