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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 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 315 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 (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 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 | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
