1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Kadett weights approximately 142 kg more than 1966 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, 1973 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Sunny | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
