1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 228 kg more than 1962 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Cedric | Rio |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2420 mm |
