1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 1 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 125 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, 1974 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
