1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, 2004 Audi S3 is newer by 31 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S3 weights approximately 723 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, 2004 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Sunny | S3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
