2007 Kia Picanto vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Picanto weights approximately 228 kg more than 1971 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 Picanto (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Picanto | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| 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 | 928 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
