1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 630 kg more than 1975 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, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Cherry | Capital |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
