2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 355 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sephia II | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
