2005 Kia Retona vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Retona (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 1170 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
