1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 12 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 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 292 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Nissan Sunny | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Sunny | 305 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |