1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1972 Nissan Sunny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunny | 204 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
