1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 372 kg more than 1961 Nissan Cedric. 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 Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
