1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 38 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 545 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Polo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
