2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1994 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Kia Sephia (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 747 kg more than 1994 Kia Sephia.
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, 1994 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1994 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
