1971 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Fulvia | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Fulvia | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
