1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 35 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 455 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Sunny | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Sunny | i20 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2525 mm |
