1952 Austin A vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1982 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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
