1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 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 Fiat 132 (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 132 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
