2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Stilo | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
