1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 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, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
