1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Fabia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,420 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Sunny | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
