2007 Kia Optima vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Optima (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Optima weights approximately 839 kg more than 1966 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, 2007 Kia Optima (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Optima | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Optima | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
