1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 442 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Cherry | Rio |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
