2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Picanto (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Picanto | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
