1964 Austin Princess 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 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1981 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Princess | Sunny |
Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2410 mm |