2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Shuma II (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma II | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Shuma II | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
