1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 235 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
