1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 1972 Audi 80
To start off, 1972 Audi 80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi 80 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1971 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, 1972 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 1972 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Sunny | 80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
