1970 Nissan President vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2003 Kia Amanti is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Amanti weights approximately 219 kg more than 1970 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan President | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | President | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
