1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1972 Nissan Sunny is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley Kestrel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Riley Kestrel (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 215 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | Sunny | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
