1969 Nissan Sunny vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 460 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, 2000 Rover 45, 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, 2000 Rover 45 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Sunny | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Sunny | 45 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
