1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rio weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 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, 2011 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Cherry | Rio |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2499 mm |