1973 Lancia Fulvia 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 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 185 kg more than 1983 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 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Fulvia | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
