1972 Fiat Dino 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 Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 585 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 Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Dino | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
