2004 Kia Cerato vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Cerato (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Cerato | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Cerato | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
