1975 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Ka weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 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, 2012 Ford Ka (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Sunny | Ka |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |