1972 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
