2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
