2005 Kia Shuma vs. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Vauxhall Cresta 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 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma, 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, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 1964 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Shuma | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
