1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 166 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan Sunny (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Cabriolet | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
