1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Alfasud | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
