1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Nissan Sunny is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 6 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Eagle | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
