1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1973 Ford Fairlane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 967 kg more than 1966 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 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
