1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 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 11 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 245 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
