2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | Sentra | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 25 L |
