1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 38 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 580 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Sunny | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
