1973 AC 428 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1982 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | 428 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
