2007 Kia Cerato vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 32 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cerato (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 619 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, 2007 Kia Cerato (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Cerato | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
