1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 480 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Nissan Sports | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Sports | Clarus |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 859 cc | 1793 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2670 mm |