1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 39 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 1,200 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 432 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Sunny | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunny | Polo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
