1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 41 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 341 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, 2012 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sunny | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1041 kg |
