1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1981 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, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
Model | 100 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |