1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 25 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Corsa (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 155 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, 1996 Opel Corsa (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Sunny | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Sunny | Corsa |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |