1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Sunny (74 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1964 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Cabriolet | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
