1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 366 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
