1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 250 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 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
