1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | GTA | Sunny |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |