1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sunny is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Junior | Sunny |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |