1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1300 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |