1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 37 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sunny | Beetle |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |