1951 Ford Zephyr vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1971 Nissan Sunny is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ford Zephyr (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 446 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, 1951 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Zephyr | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
