1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1973 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 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 Spider (121 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
