1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 37 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 732 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, 2003 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Sunny | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Astra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
