1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
