1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 385 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Nissan Sunny (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
