1969 Nissan Sunny vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 37 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 680 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Sunny | 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sunny | 147 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
