1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 43 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 821 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Sunny | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Altima |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
