1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 815 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 |
