1999 Kia Rio vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 245 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rio | Sunny |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2310 mm |