1968 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1969 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 355 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 1969 Nissan Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia, 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 Lancia Fulvia (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lancia Fulvia | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Fulvia | Sunny |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |