1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Flavia 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 1962 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Flavia | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Flavia | Sunny |
Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |