1973 Austin 1800 vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1973 Austin 1800 is newer by 1 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin 1800 weights approximately 490 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, 1973 Austin 1800 (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
