1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 125 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1985 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 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 125 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
