2005 Kia Sephia II vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2005 Kia Sephia II is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 89 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sephia II | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Sephia II | Belmont |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |