1963 Ford Consul vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 33 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Sunny |
Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |