2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1995 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (131 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Sephia weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
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, 2008 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1995 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1497 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 | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
