1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 305 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1800 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |