1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sunny | 156 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
