1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 795 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 166 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 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 166 | |
Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Sunny | 166 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |