1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 34 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 450 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, 2005 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Sunny | 45 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
