1971 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1988 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 Nissan Sunny is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1988 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | GTA | Sunny |
Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1269 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |